What is Drugs and Alcohol Addiction?
Drugs and Alcohol Addiction is a chronic, relapsing brain disorder characterized by compulsive substance use despite negative consequences. Addiction affects neurobiology, behavior, and emotional regulation, altering the brain’s reward system and making it difficult to stop using substances without professional support.
Common signs of addiction include:
- Cravings and intense urges to use substances
- Loss of control over substance use
- Neglecting responsibilities at work, school, or home
- Continued use despite physical, emotional, or social consequences
- Withdrawal symptoms when not using the substance
Addiction is a medical condition, not a moral failing, and effective treatment requires evidence-based interventions that address both the physical and psychological components.
Who struggles with Drugs and Alcohol Addiction?
Addiction can affect individuals of all ages, genders, and backgrounds, including:
- Adults struggling with alcohol misuse or prescription drug dependence
- Individuals using illicit drugs or stimulants
- Those with co-occurring mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, or PTSD
- People facing chronic stress, trauma, or environmental pressures
Left untreated, addiction can severely impact health, relationships, work, and overall quality of life.
How we treat Drugs and Alcohol Addiction at Daisy Clinic Therapy & Counseling
At Daisy Clinic, we provide comprehensive, evidence-based addiction therapy designed to support recovery, prevent relapse, and restore healthy functioning. Our approach integrates psychotherapy, behavioral strategies, neuroscience-informed interventions, and TMS therapy to target both the biological and psychological aspects of addiction.
Our addiction treatment programs may include:
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Behavioral Interventions
- Identifies triggers, negative thought patterns, and behaviors contributing to substance use
- Builds coping strategies, problem-solving skills, and relapse prevention tools
- Neuroscience-Based Therapy & Neurofeedback
- Supports brain recovery and emotional regulation impacted by substance use
- Uses qEEG neurofeedback to improve focus, impulse control, and mood stability
- TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) Therapy
- Non-invasive brain stimulation shown to support recovery in substance use disorders
- Helps reduce cravings, depression, and anxiety associated with addiction
- Motivational Interviewing & Supportive Counseling
- Encourages self-awareness, motivation, and commitment to recovery
- Provides a compassionate, non-judgmental environment to explore challenges
- Family & Social Support Guidance
- Educates family members on how to support recovery
- Promotes healthy communication, boundaries, and long-term support networks
- Relapse Prevention & Life Skills
- Practical strategies to maintain sobriety, manage triggers, and rebuild routines
- Focuses on rebuilding social, professional, and personal life post-addiction
Why choose Daisy Clinic for Addiction Therapy?
At Daisy Clinic, we provide holistic, evidence-based care that addresses both the brain and behavioral aspects of addiction.
- Integrated therapies including CBT, neuroscience-based interventions, neurofeedback, and TMS therapy
- In-person sessions at our Bellevue clinic or secure virtual therapy across Washington State
- Insurance, self-pay, and sliding scale options for accessible care
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to each client’s substance use patterns, triggers, and recovery goals
- Compassionate, strength-based approach to foster long-term recovery and resilience
Begin Your Recovery Journey Today
Addiction doesn’t have to define your life. With professional support, evidence-based therapy, and neuroscience-informed strategies, recovery is possible.
👉 Contact Daisy Clinic today to schedule a free consultation and explore personalized therapy for drugs and alcohol addiction.